Job details
Port Service Operative – NEW SHIFT PATTERN
Full-time | Permanent & Temp-to-Perm Opportunities Salary: £33,927 per annum Start Date: 21st April, 5th May and 19th 2026 (approx)
PLEASE NOTE: NO HGV OR CAT D LICENCE REQUIRED HOWEVER MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE OPERATING LARGE HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES.
Are you ready to join one of Europe’s leading ferry operators? Our client doesn’t just move cargo and passengers—they move experiences, careers, and communities. They are now seeking Port Service Operatives to join their dynamic team and help keep port operations running safely and efficiently.
🔧 Role Overview
As a Port Service Operative, you’ll play a key role in the day‑to‑day running of the port, ensuring vessels, freight, and passengers move smoothly and safely.
You’ll work a rotating pattern of 2 days (06:00–18:00) followed by 2 nights (18:00–06:00), with a 24-hour break after your final day shift before transitioning to nights.
This pattern offers excellent work–life balance with regular extended rest periods.
🚢 Key Responsibilities
- Operating a Tugmaster to safely transfer trailers on and off vessels
- Mooring duties and assisting with vessel loading/unloading
- Traffic marshalling for freight and passenger vehicles
- Maintaining housekeeping standards across port areas
- Supporting routine operational tasks as required
🎓 Experience & Qualifications
- Experience with large vehicles (HGVs, Tugmasters, agricultural machinery) HGV licence not required
- Previous port or logistics experience is beneficial
- Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to follow safety procedures and structured operations
- Must have experience operating large, heavy‑duty vehicles.
🎁 Benefits
- Concessionary travel on Irish Sea/North Sea routes
- 75% discount on UK rail travel
- Company pension & life assurance
- Gym membership and digital fitness discounts
- Wellbeing cash plan (dental, eyesight, health screening)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Ongoing training, coaching, and career development
📩 How to Apply
Email: belfast@driverhire.co.uk Call: 02890 997633
